Next Generation Life Fitness

Spinach Fettuccine with Artichokes

Preptime: 10 min.
Cooktime: 15 min.

Calories: 401
Carbs: 57g
Fat: 13g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 17g
Satfat: 3g
Sodium: 573mg

Ingredients:
3/4 pound spinach fettuccine
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 15-ounce cans artichokes, cut into 1/8ths
1 cup chopped tomatoes, fresh or canned
salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Directions:
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine and cook until al dente.

2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the artichokes and tomatoes, season with salt and pepper and cook for 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

3. Drain the fettuccine, reserving 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Return the fettuccine to the pot and toss with 1/2 of the Parmesan cheese and the reserved cooking liquid. Add the artichoke mixture and toss again.

4. Divide the fettuccine among 4 warm bowls and garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese and parsley. Serve immediately.